Welcome to episode 003 of the Yasmin Essa podcast! On today's show, I am joined by Tayabba Syed, author of the award-winning children’s story The Blessed Bananas for a lovely conversation on the publishing world, Islam, family, and more.
This episode is sponsored by Wellness with Yasmin. Learn more at http://wellnesswithyasmin.com
Tayyaba's Bio:
Tayyaba Syed is the author of the award-winning children’s story The Blessed Bananas. As a journalist, her work has been featured in numerous publications including NPR, Islamic Horizons, Azizah Magazine, Chicago Crescent, and Chicago Parent. She has co-authored four chapter books in the popular kids’ series called Jannah Jewels.
Tayyaba works as the Research Specialist for Daybreak Press and a Writing Curriculum Consultant for Whitestone Foundation’s Author Development Program. She recently joined Noor Kids as a Creative Developer designing unique plots for their educational books.
Interview Questions:
- How did you know you wanted to be an author?
- What does a typical day look like for you?
- What are your non-negotiables?
- What stresses you out?
- How do get inspired?
- What do you do when you feel stuck or overwhelmed?
- What advice would you give to someone who wants to become an author?
- What are some things you’ve learned about the publishing industry?
- What makes you happy and joyful?
- How has Islam inspired you?
- What does the mind, body, soul connection mean to you?
Connect with Tayyaba:
http://tayyabasyed.com
http://www.instagram.com/tayyabawrites/
Connect with Yasmin:
http://wellnesswithyasmin.com
http://instagram.com/yasminessa
Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- PublishedJuly 24, 2018 at 10:18 PM UTC
- Length1h 7m
- RatingClean